What allergens are in Michigan right now?

Ragweed Pollen. Low.

What is triggering my allergies this time of year?

The most common culprit for fall allergies is ragweed, a plant that grows wild almost everywhere, but especially on the East Coast and in the Midwest. Ragweed blooms and releases pollen from August to November. In many areas of the country, ragweed pollen levels are highest in early to mid-September.

Are allergies High in Michigan?

Michigan allergy seasons are getting worse, affecting more people. Spring is in the air — and so are pollen and other tiny particles that can make your eyes itch and nose run.

Is now a time for allergies?

Like taxes, allergy season is one of those things you just can’t avoid. In fact, due to climate change, it may be getting worse. Warmer temperatures lead to more pollen production, so 2021 may be the most intense allergy season yet. And due to COVID-19 quarantine, children may especially have a rough year.

What are the symptoms of pollen allergies?

Symptoms

• Runny nose and nasal congestion.
• Watery, itchy, red eyes (allergic conjunctivitis)
• Sneezing.
• Cough.
• Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat.
• Swollen, blue-colored skin under the eyes (allergic shiners)
• Postnasal drip.
• Fatigue.

What month is allergy season in Michigan?

Allergies that occur from late March to June are usually due to tree allergies. Allergies that occur during the summer months are due to grass pollen allergy and patients who are having allergy symptoms in the fall are allergic to wheats and ragweed.

Does Covid make allergies worse?

Finally, those suffering from any allergy – including food allergies – should they come into contact with an allergen whilst having COVID-19 may (in some cases) suffer from a worse allergic reaction.

Is Benadryl good for COVID?

A pair of over-the-counter compounds has been found in preliminary tests to inhibit the virus that causes COVID-19, University of Florida Health researchers have found. The combination includes diphenhydramine, an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms.

Can allergies cause sore throat?

Allergies rarely cause sore throats or body aches Allergies can cause a sore throat if there’s enough irritation from post-nasal drip and coughing, but if you’re experiencing a sore throat or mild body aches, they’re more likely a sign of a bad cold.

How can you tell if it’s allergies or COVID?

4) Patients with allergies do not develop a fever. Often people with COVID-19 do. 5) Patients with allergies may also have asthma, which can cause coughing, shortness of breath, chest tightness and wheezing. COVID-19 typically does not cause wheezing.

What is the difference between allergies and COVID-19?

Symptom check: Is it COVID-19 or seasonal allergies? Also, while COVID-19 can cause shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, seasonal allergies don’t usually cause these symptoms unless you have a respiratory condition such as asthma that can be triggered by pollen exposure.